2009 Fiat Bravo vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2009 Fiat Bravo and 2009 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Bravo (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (161 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 90 kg more than 2009 Fiat Bravo.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Bravo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Fiat Bravo (361 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (241 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Bravo | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Bravo | C |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1956 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 361 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 228 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 62 L |